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South Boston urban youth farm program leader

Job Description: The South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation (SBNDC), the South Boston Community Health Center (SBCHC), and South Boston Grows (SBG) have teamed up to provide youth with…Continue

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Started Feb 5, 2012

South Boston Grows Urban Farm Intern

South Boston Grows 2011 Intern requirements Qualifications: College level experience required. Experience with organic farm and/or garden knowledge necessary. Community organizing and youth program…Continue

Started Sep 25, 2011

South Boston Grows 2011 Urban Farm Intern

South Boston Grows 2011 Urban Farm Intern requirementsQualifications: The candidate will be responsible for much of the maintenance and oversight of the 2 urban gardens (approx 3000 sf each) that…Continue

Started Feb 8, 2011

The Scope and Effect of a potential school farm in collaboration with Boundary County School District

Randy Tremble of Boundary County School District and Bonners Ferry, Idaho are working hard on a 25 acre school farm project. Enjoy learning more through the attached information.Randy can be reached…Continue

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Started Apr 14, 2010

 

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South Boston urban youth farm program leader

Job Description: The South Boston Neighborhood Development Corporation (SBNDC), the South Boston Community Health Center (SBCHC), and South Boston Grows (SBG) have teamed up to provide youth with summer jobs that will teach youth in the South Boston community about taking care of the environment, eating healthy, and leading more sustainable lives. We are looking for a responsible supervisor to organize sustainable urban gardening programs in different areas of South Boston. The summer position…See More
Feb 5, 2012
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South Boston Grows Urban Farm Intern

South Boston Grows 2011 Intern requirements Qualifications: College level experience required. Experience with organic farm and/or garden knowledge necessary. Community organizing and youth program development background preferred. Must be organized and task oriented. Experience with data collection/analysis a plus. Experience: The candidate should have a Strong Experience with Organic Vegetable and Community Gardening, Water Conservation, Garden and Nutrition Education, Youth Programming and…See More
Sep 25, 2011
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South Boston Grows 2011 Urban Farm Intern

South Boston Grows 2011 Urban Farm Intern requirementsQualifications: The candidate will be responsible for much of the maintenance and oversight of the 2 urban gardens (approx 3000 sf each) that South Boston Grows will be in charge of during the 2011 growing season. Both gardens are located within a short walking distance of the red line.Experience: The candidate must have a Strong Experience with Vegetable and Community Gardening, Water Conservation, Garden and Nutrition Education, Youth…See More
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South Boston Grows 2011 Urban Farm Intern

South Boston Grows 2011 Urban Farm Intern requirementsQualifications: The candidate will be responsible for much of the maintenance and oversight of the 2 urban gardens (approx 3000 sf each) that South Boston Grows will be in charge of during the 2011 growing season. Both gardens are located within a short walking distance of the red line.Experience: The candidate must have a Strong Experience with Vegetable and Community Gardening, Water Conservation, Garden and Nutrition Education, Youth…See More
Feb 8, 2011
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NOFA Massachusetts Summer Conference at The University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA

August 13, 2010 to August 15, 2010
Why you should Attend?35 years of outstanding conferences. You don't want to miss the 36th!Here are some of the reasons why you should attend:200 workshops on organic farming, gardening and land care, homesteading, sustainability, nutrition, spirituality, food politics, activism, and much, much more...Special workshops designed for kids and teens. An educational, fun opportunity for your children to bond with others from the Northeast while you attend workshops and events.Entertainment for the…See More
May 18, 2010
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The Scope and Effect of a potential school farm in collaboration with Boundary County School District

Randy Tremble of Boundary County School District and Bonners Ferry, Idaho are working hard on a 25 acre school farm project. Enjoy learning more through the attached information.Randy can be reached at randy.tremble@mail.bcsd101.com.See More
Apr 14, 2010
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Massachusetts Agriculture Day at the State House at State House

April 8, 2010 all day
Each year farmers as well as agriculture officials from across the Bay State visit their legislators on Massachusetts Agriculture Day at the State House to discuss issues and legislation affecting their farms and communities. The event includes a speaking program, ‘Agriculture Day’ awards, informational exhibits and a reception featuring Massachusetts’ farm and specialty food products. Please join us in recognizing Massachusetts’ farmers; learn more about efforts to maintain the long-term…See More
Mar 30, 2010
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Newton Community Farm - Farm Educator/Coordinator

Farm Educator/Coordinator Newton Community Farm, a vital, five year-old organization dedicated to teaching and modeling sustainable agricultural and environmental practices, is seeking an energetic self-starter to help grow our educational programming. The Farm Educator/Coordinator (FEC) works with the Farm Manager and our volunteer Education Committee to plan and implement our educational offerings. The FEC is responsible for coordinating educational programs, including but not limited to…See More
Mar 24, 2010
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Garden Manager - The Farm Institute

Title: Garden ManagerReports To: Executive DirectorWorks With: Garden Apprentices, Teachers, Students, Farm Staff, Office Manager, VolunteersSUMMARY: Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the FARM Institute’s 8-acre production garden with sales and distribution to CSA, farmers market, farm stand and restaurants.Hours of Work: This is a full time salaried position beginning immediatelyESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManage 8-acre production garden & greenhouse…See More
Mar 22, 2010
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The Farm Institute - Executive Director

The FARM InstituteExecutive Director Position SpecificationsPosition Title: Executive DirectorOrganization: The FARM Institutewww.farminstitute.orgLocation: Edgartown, Massachusetts (Island of Martha’s Vineyard)Reporting Relationship: Reports directly to the Board President and the Board ofDirectorsOrganization Background:The FARM Institute (TFI) was founded in 2000 as a teaching farm located in Edgartown,Massachusetts on the island of Martha’s…See More
Mar 19, 2010
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Check out Kat Tholen's Farm Blog about the North Country School and Camp Treetops!

The North Country School and Camp Treetops Farm Blog, Lake Placid, NYKat Tholen, co-farm director talks about life at the farm with students, teachers, and family - http://nct.org/page.cfm?p=739</a>;See More
Mar 17, 2010
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Check out Kat Tholen's Farm Blog about the North Country School and Camp Treetops!

The North Country School and Camp Treetops Farm Blog, Lake Placid, NYKat Tholen, co-farm director talks about life at the farm with students, teachers, and family - http://nct.org/page.cfm?p=739</a>;See More
Mar 17, 2010
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USDA Farm to School: Opportunities to Increase Local Food in School Meals at http://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/17fb9g42e15

March 10, 2010 from 3pm to 4pm
Description: Are you interested in Farm to School? Have you been involved in Farm to School activities already? Please join us! The USDA Farm to School Team is holding its first webinar to introduce the Farm to School Team. We welcome state agencies, school food service administrators, farmers, and others interested in learning about the commitment USDA offers to Farm to School. USDA will discuss the Farm to School Team’s mission and goals for 2010, available resources, grant opportunities, and…See More
Mar 9, 2010
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North Country School and Camp Treetops have some exciting things going on...

Check out the farm's blog to learn more about farm-based ESL classes, sheep shearing workshops, and more! http://nct.org/page.cfm?p=739.Thanks Kat Tholen for taking the time to write about all of the farm's hard work!See More
Mar 2, 2010
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Massachusetts Agriculture Day at the State House at State House

April 8, 2010 from 9:30am to 12pm
Each year farmers as well as agriculture officials from across the Bay State visit their legislators on Massachusetts Agriculture Day at the State House to discuss issues and legislation affecting their farms and communities. The event includes a speaking program, ‘Agriculture Day’ awards, informational exhibits and a reception featuring Massachusetts’ farm and specialty food products. Please join us in recognizing Massachusetts’ farmers; learn more about efforts to maintain the long-term…See More
Feb 25, 2010
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Farm Based Education Association
Current Position Title:
Operations Coordinator
Vision and hopes for the fast-growing movement of farm-based education?
To engage farmers, youth and the community and to lead society toward a sustainable food system.
What is your favorite childhood farm or garden memory?
admiring beautiful, well taken care of flower beds and picking apples from my Grandfather's apple free.

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Check out Kat Tholen's Farm Blog about the North Country School and Camp Treetops!

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The North Country School and Camp Treetops Farm Blog, Lake Placid, NY
Kat Tholen, co-farm director talks about life at the farm with students, teachers, and family -…
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Ann Cooper and school lunch

Posted on February 23, 2010 at 1:16pm 0 Comments

Check out the following link to hear a compelling presentation by Ann Cooper, a famous school foodservice director - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXvDLPu5vh0&feature=youtube_gdata

Harvest Grants

Posted on December 4, 2009 at 6:29pm 0 Comments

Are you a teacher or parent who wants to get involved in your child's school farm garden? Do you know one? Do you need funding to expand or start a new project? Click here
http://www.scholastic.com/harvest/

Increase Farm Products in Schools!

Posted on October 19, 2009 at 5:30pm 0 Comments

The spotlight has been shed on local food and school nutrition but where do the two connect? Today in Massachusetts, school foodservice departments are allowed to spend $25,000 per year on local farm products without having to meet the strict bid requirements that are established by the government. This means that food service directors, even if they want to, may have a difficult time making primarily local purchases because of the low prices that they are able to get from their regular… Continue

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Agritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group at Woodstock, VT

May 20, 2013 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Join a focus group conversation on the best practices in hosting visitors on Vermont farms.  These conversations are kicking off a three-year project coordinated by the Vermont Farms Association and Shelburne Farms. With your help, the project will establish best practices for Vermont agritourism and will supply resources and technical assistance to farmers who are looking to offer…See More
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Skip and Silas Paul have been grafting tomatoes for over a decade years at Wishing Stone Farm in …See More
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Cultivating Joy & Wonder: an early childhood guidebook of activites for exploring the natural world

Cultivating Joy and Wonder Educating for Sustainability in Early Childhood Through Nature, Food, and Community is a Project Seasons for Early Learners publication of Shelburne Farms.  Written by Emily Hoyler and Linda Wellings and designed by Holly Brough at Shelburne Farms, Cultivating Joy and Wonder brings Education for Sustainability into…See More
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Open Farm Sunday at The Wellbeing Farm

June 9, 2013 from 11am to 5pm
For the first time ever we are participating in Open Farm Sunday on Sunday 9th June - come along for cookery demos, craft stalls, sheep dog displays, meet the llamas and various other activities - more details to follow but please put the date in your diary! Open to all at no costs!A full day consisting of:a showcase of all our wonderful tutors and their courses,cookery demonstrations in our Cookery School,sheep dog trials,stalls selling local produce,animal petting,children's games and…See More
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Greens Production & Urban Composting at Sidewalk Ends Farm

June 4, 2013 from 5:30pm to 8pm
Rain date: June 11, 5:30 p.m. Co-hosted by NOFA/RI and Young Farmer Nights (YFN) Learn how to grow a never-ending supply of salad and arugula through biointensive production and succession planting. Sidewalk Ends Farm’s Fay Strongin, Laura Brown-Lavoie and Tess Brown-Lavoie will share their seeding, transplanting, direct seeding and fertilizing routines to maximize production in a small space while enhancing soil health. This workshop will also cover urban composting practices essential to…See More
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Microgreens & Energy Conservation at Farming Turtles

May 16, 2013 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Participants will learn how this farm grows micro-greens, baby greens and mushrooms. Learn about growing wheatgrass for people and pets. Lauri Roberts will share her ongoing efforts to conserve energy.Farming Turtles produces certified organic crops year-round. Learn about their Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification by the American Institute of Baking (AIB), the preeminent organization for auditing food…See More
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Open Farm Sunday at The Wellbeing Farm

June 9, 2013 from 11am to 5pm
For the first time ever we are participating in Open Farm Sunday on Sunday 9th June - come along for cookery demos, craft stalls, sheep dog displays, meet the llamas and various other activities - more details to follow but please put the date in your diary! Open to all at no costs!A full day consisting of:a showcase of all our wonderful tutors and their courses,cookery demonstrations in our Cookery School,sheep dog trials,stalls selling local produce,animal petting,children's games and…See More
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Appetite for Adventure: Beekeeping Weekend Workshop at Red Bee Apiary

June 1, 2013 at 10am to June 2, 2013 at 4pm
Spend an inspiring weekend with Marina Marchese, beekeeper, author, and founder of Red Bee Honey, learning basic beekeeping practices, homesteading skills, and a variety of honeybee crafts. Learn all about honey, its floral sources, and how to taste honey like a true connoisseur. We’ll create honeybee crafts such as luscious lotions and potions, handmade soap, and beeswax candles using ingredients in any kitchen apothecary!No experience is necessary, just curiosity and a creative spirit! On…See More
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Unique Maine Farms' Project- Grant Advice Would Be Appreciated

For the past ten months, I have been involved with a volunteer project traveling around Maine visiting over 120 farms and creating complimentary webpages and personal stories about the farms for the Unique Maine Farms' project: www.uniquemainefarms.com                I am working on a 224-page book about this project and planning an educational outreach program with a traveling photo exhibit and a slideshow and discussion program. Is anyone able to…See More
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Unique Maine Farms Book Project

This eight-minute video gives a background into the 224-page book project that has been undertaken by Mary Quinn Doyle to highlight over 120 unique farms in ...
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